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Macclesfield Weather in February

With daytime temperatures of 8°C (46°F) and nighttime lows of 2°C (36°F), February in Macclesfield brings low temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that quite a bit of rainfall is typical. Around 83 mm (3.3 in) falls on average.

Rainfall in Macclesfield in February

Rain is expected on roughly 15 days, totalling around 83 mm (3.3 in) for the month. A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.

Temperature in Macclesfield in February

February in Macclesfield sees highs of 8°C (46°F) and lows of 2°C (36°F) overnight. February is known for being in the winter season. Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. Nights drop to 2°C (36°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.

Sunshine in Macclesfield in February

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 67 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days.

Wind Speed in Macclesfield in February

Wind speeds average 4 m/s (8 knots) during February. At this speed, expect moderate winds that can raise dust and move small branches. Since this is an average, some days have gentle light winds while others experience stronger breezes that are quite noticeable.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. July and August typically offer the best weather for Macclesfield.

Macclesfield Temperature in February

Min Temperature
2°C (36°F)
Max Temperature
8°C (46°F)
Chance of Rain
51%
Precipitation
83 mm (3.3 in)
Rainy days
15 days
Humidity
86% *
Windspeed
4 m/s (8 knots) *
Sunshine
67 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Manchester, the United Kingdom (13 KM, 8 Miles).

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Macclesfield in February

We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Macclesfield in February. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Macclesfield in February

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Swimming
    4/10
  • Cycling
    4/10
  • Walking
    4/10
  • Camping
    4/10
  • Outdoor sports
    4/10

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